4 running events in Lorain County, Ohio

Join us for the 6th annual Dukes 5K & Fun Run on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at 9:00 AM!

The Wellington High School Track and Field team is once again hosting their 5k race and 1 mile Fun Run Fundraiser.

This years theme: Heroes and Villains!

Come on out, rain or shine (or snow!!), March 21st to the Wellington Dukes football stadium and support a great team of young athletes!

Be dressed to impress your favorite hero (real or make-believe) or their villainous counterparts!

Gates open at 8:00 am, 5k race starts at 9:00 am. Registration will also be available in person the day of the race for $30.

The 5k will take off from the track where you will leave the stadium and loop the area around town and finally finish where you started on the track. The 1 mile Fun Run is 4 laps around the track and starts right after the 5k runners leave the stadium area. All participants will receive a "Heroes and Villains" Dukes 5k finisher T-shirt and a custom Dukes 5k finisher medal.

The 5k will be a timed race. Overall male and female winner and age group winner awards will be presented after the race in the field house.

Age Groups (male and female):

13 and under, 14-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and up.

This unique race will take place completely within the Grafton Correctional secure perimeter. We will run a 3/4 mile loop for either a 5k or half marathon.

We will be running with residents that are part of the Running2bwell training program that recently started at GCI and all proceeds will support Running2bwell. We recently bought $5000 worth of shoes for the men at GCI and we're hoping to raise that amount at the race.

Runners will receive a custom t-shirt (sizes not guaranteed). Most importantly, you'll have the chance to run some miles with men that are working hard to improve their lives on their home court.

Female runners are allowed but there is a strict dress code. Shirts must have sleeves, shorts must go mid-thigh, sweats should be worn to enter but can be taken off when running. No tight or form-fitting apparel. More rules may follow as I get them.

All runners must be 21 or over.

For security and logistical reasons we're limiting entries to the first 30 to register.

You must arrive by 6:00 am to clear security. This isn't your usual race.

Runners cannot bring anything except water bottles, hats, and watches. No phones, headphones, etc. You must bring a photo id and will need to lock your car keys in a locker at the entry point. Everyone is subject to search. While this is one of the safest facilities in the state, it's still a prison, and security for all is the highest priority.

If you can't make it, please consider making a donation of any size to support this popular and effective program, we regularly run with 50 inmates 3 times per week to boost their mental health and recovery from addiction.

Westwood Color Run/Walk

• What is the Color Run/Walk?

The Wellington Color Run/Walk is a fun, family-friendly event where participants run or walk the course while being showered with bright, non-toxic color powder. It’s all about having fun, getting active, and supporting our school community!

• Event Details

Start Time: 9:00 AM Check in- 8:30 AM

Location: Wellington High School football field

Who Can Participate: All ages and fitness levels welcome! Feel free to run or walk!

• Registration — $20

Your registration includes:

Official white event T-shirt (picked up day of race)

Entry into raffle baskets of your choice (on race day)

Access to the full color run/walk experience!

• What to Expect

Color powder stations along the route

High-energy, family-friendly atmosphere

Great photo opportunities

Community fun for everyone

Food trucks- Cowgirl Coffee